Guy Hartley
Independent Sales Rep · GJPH Sales
erwinna, PA
In My Own Words
Over 25 years of skateboarding experience, with 12 years experience on the industry side. Looking for a good enviorment where I can apply my knowledge and hard work.
Work Experience
Brand Representative
GJPH Sales2017 – Present
(Globe Brand Footwear / Apparel & Hard Goods, Dwindle Distribution, Primitive Skateboarding & Apparel, Impala Roller Skates.) (Tri State & North East Territories) * Meet with accounts on location to build repour and generate sales * Contacting accounts and working with inside reps to generate sales * Researching, recruiting, and building relationships with new accounts * Working with accounting to keep accounts current and up to date * Tradeshow involvement and sales meeting support * Responsible for close out accounts and discounted product * Maintaining team of flow and shop riders for all territories
In House Sales Rep Customer Service
Dwindle Distribution2012 – 2017
El Segundo, CA (Skateboard Manufacturer / Distributor) (Almost, Blind, Darkstar, Enjoi, Andale, Heritage, Tensor, Madness) 07/12 - 12/17 In House Sales Rep / Customer Service (South LA / Tri State / ON & QC Canada / Mid West / Caribbean / North East) * Contacting accounts and working with outside reps to generate sales * Researching, recruiting, and building relationships with new accounts * Working with accounting to keep accounts current and up to date * Handling defective goods and warrantee issues for customers * Tradeshow involvement and sales meeting support * Responsible for close out accounts and discounted product * Maintaining team of flow and shop riders for all territories
Trade Show Manager Marketing Coordinator
Mighty Fine2006 – 2012
* Responsible for all aspects of tradeshow production, up to 30 shows per year * Coordinate and develop all retail promotions: in store, online, tradeshow * Structure annual budgets for tradeshows and promotions * Manage and fulfill public relations requests * Build and maintain relationships with online retailers * Oversee installation of retailers in-store point-of-purchase, counter top, electrical based signage and substantial window installations
Footwear Buyer / Sales
Val Surf Skateboard shop N Hollywood Pasadena Woodland Hills Thousand Oaks2003 – 2006
* Primary buyer for all footwear and related accessories as well as DVD's for five regional stores * Executed sales orders for off-line retail outlets * Responsible for quarterly and annual inventory reporting * Assessed retail pricing and created in-store merchandising * Build and maintain relationships with vendors and sales representatives
